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Showing posts with label blogs. Show all posts

Are You Going to Children's Ministry School This Fall?

8:58 AM  Dale Hudson  

I'm enrolled in Children's Ministry School this fall.  After 25 years of serving in children's ministry, I still have a ton to learn.

Here are the classes I am taking to grow as a children's ministry leader.

Books 101
I will be reading several books this fall.  They will vary from books that help me grow spiritually to books that help me learn more about ministering to kids and their parents.

Questions 101
I'll be asking lots of questions.  If you want to grow as a leader, start asking more questions than you give answers.                   

Online 101
I'll be reading blogs, websites, articles, watching videos and more.  This will help me stay current with what's happening in the world of children and families.

Connecting 101
I'll connect with other children's leaders and learn from them.

Are you enrolled in children's ministry school this fall?  Remember, growing leaders are always in school.
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Who's On Your List?

7:43 AM  Unknown  

John Maxwell talks about how he made a list as a young leader.  It was a list of leaders he wanted to learn from.  He called each of them and asked if he could meet with them individually.  He gained wisdom and insight from these people.  It was a catalyst for him as a young leader.

Do you have a list?

Make a list of leaders you want to learn from.  Call and see if you can meet with them or at least schedule a phone conversation with them.  Don't think they have time to talk with you?  You'd be surprised.  You have not because you ask not.  When you do talk with them, be prepared with a list of questions.

Make a list of churches and ministries you want to learn from.  Go and visit at least one a year.  Spend a weekend there.  Meet with their leaders.  Observe.  Ask questions. 

Make a list of books you want to read.  If you need some suggestions, here are some I recommend.  Always have a list of books you are working on.

Make a list of blogs/websites you are going to read.  Subscribe to the updates.  There are so many growth opportunities waiting for you on the web.

Lists don't create themselves...they are created.  Be intentional.  Making a list is a great first step toward becoming a better Children's Ministry leader.
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